Green Oaks Library
"A library is not a luxury, but one of the necessities of life."
Henry Ward Beecher
Green Oaks On-Line Library Catalog
Although nothing can replace the warm, cozy feeling of curling up with a good book, Green Oaks Library collection does include a variety of ebooks for you to enjoy. To discover the titles that we have, use the on-line library catalog and search for ebooks. Content includes biographies, science, a variety of fiction titles, and many other interesting subjects. One of the great features of digital books is that many students can read the same book without the need to purchase multiple copies. Check them out and let me know what you think. nwilson@sanjuan.edu.
If you need any help or have questions about the Green Oaks Media Center (library and computer lab) please contact; Nena Wilson nwilson@sanjuan.edu or visit the Technology Webpage
The Green Oaks Library receives new books from the PTA supported subscription to Junior Library Guild.
The JLG is comprised of an editorial team that reviews over 3,000 new titles each year. Many of these books receive awards and favorable reviews. Green Oaks currently subscribes to 4 collection development categories.
Easy Reading Plus
These books are kid-friendly, age appropriate fiction and nonfiction titles featuring sequential art and text designed to attract avid and reluctant readers alike.
Intermediate Readers
A wide variety of novels and accessible nonfiction for younger elementary readers who love a good story. The focus in these titles is primarily on the text, though some novels may feature illustrations.
Sports Essentials Elementary
For Grades 3-6 Experience the thrill of the game and learn more about the equipment, rules, championships, and players that make sports so exciting to play and watch. Readers get to join in on the excitement and fun with the 12 media-enhanced titles in this category, brought to life in print and through online interactivity.
All About Animals Elementary
Watch animals come to life and delve deeper into their traits, behavior, and challenges. Readers will get up close and see animals in new ways with the 12 media-enhanced titles in this category that combine print and online interactivity with embedded multimedia features.